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  • Find Lodging
    • Online Directory
    • Print Lodging Directory >
      • Cover Contest - Call for Entries
      • Cover Contest - 2023 Winner
      • Order Guides
    • Featured Properties
    • Online Auction
    • WisconsINN Getaways
  • Employment
    • Career Center
    • Education
  • About Us
    • History
    • Chapters
    • Committees
    • Board of Directors
    • Our Team
    • Contact Us
  • Membership
    • Join Us
    • Lodging
    • Lodging Executives
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    • Member Login
    • Update Contact Preferences
    • News
    • Events >
      • Calendar
      • Conference & Trade Show >
        • 2023 Schedule
        • 2023 Session Details
        • 2023 Trade Show Exhibitors
        • 2023 Exhibitor Info
      • Stars of the Industry >
        • 2021 Spirit of Hospitality Award Winners
      • Wisconsin Lodging Innsights
      • Member Webinars >
        • H2B Visa Program Updates
        • 2023 Wisconsin Lodging Forecast
    • Advocacy >
      • Action Day
      • WHLA PAC
      • WHLA Conduit
      • Action Center
    • Lodging Resources >
      • COVID-19
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      • Members Only Discounts
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      • Short-Term Rentals
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    • Scholarships

Board of Directors

About Our Board of Directors

​Our Board of Directors is comprised of lodging industry leaders from across the state. These elected individuals operate various types and sizes of properties, bringing their unique perspectives to the association. The Board of Directors meets quarterly to fulfill our mission and to ensure the policies of the organization are meeting the needs of its members.

Get Involved

Board Members are recruited by current WHLA leaders and elected at the WHLA Annual Meeting, as well as throughout the year if vacancies arise. The Nominations Committee recommends candidates to the Board for approval, emphasizing individuals with a combination of industry experience and demonstrated commitment to WHLA. For many directors, the first step to establishing this commitment is by joining Committees or Task Forces.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE


Chair

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​Jon Jossart
Ambassador Hotel & Ambassador Inn

Chair-Elect

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​Jay Schumerth
Hostmark Hospitality Group

Vice Chair

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Rory Madsen
Gordon Lodge

Secretary/Treasurer

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Amy Boston
Aimbridge Hospitality

Past Chair

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Brandon McConnell, CHA
Lake Lawn Resort

At-Large Delegate

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​Jonathan Webster
Geronimo Hospitality Group

DEI Delegate

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​Amy Simchak, CHA

LODGING DIRECTORS


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​Sara Abbott
Metropolis Resort
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​Ryan Batley
Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel & Conference Center
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​Tony Beer
Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Airport
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​Justin Behling
Wild Eagle Lodge
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​Michael Carstedt
The Four Seasons Island Resort
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​Shawn Dortman
Lodge Kohler
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​Gerry Gadke
Best Western Northwoods Lodge
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​Kevin Gallagher
Marcus Hotels & Resorts
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​Jason Hager, CHA
Tundra Lodge Resort & Waterpark
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​Nick Johnson
First Hospitality Group
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​Randy Kliment
Aileron Management
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​Cory Latourell, CHA
Hotel Marshfield
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​Missy LeBelle
High Point Inn
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​Katie Neufeld
Kimpton Journeyman Hotel
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​Bob Patel
Quality Inn Janesville
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Mike Patel
MoveMent Hospitality
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​Victor Ravago
Bravo Hospitality Group
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​Dave Sekeres
Delavan Lake Management LLC
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​Krissy Sigmund
Chula Vista Resort
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​Amy Supple
The Edgewater
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​Randee Talwar
Best Western West Towne Suites
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​Sheryl Tharman
Red Crown Lodge
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​Aaron Wolf, CHA
Comfort Suites Green Bay

ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS


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​Mary Anne Ceraso-Alioto
Spectrum Enterprises
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​Jay Jones
University of
​Wisconsin -Stout
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Cindy Lapidakis
Royal Basket Trucks
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​Dr. Lynea LaVoy
Madison College
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​Brian Lee, APR
Revelation PR, Advertising & Social Media

EX-OFFICIO


President & CEO

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​Bill Elliott, CAE
Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association

Student Director

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​​Jameson Humber
Madison College / Madison Area Technical College

Honorary Director

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Steve Marcus
Marcus Corporation

If you are interested in being considered for a position on the Board of Directors or would like to volunteer for an open committee or task force, please fill out our form or email service@wisconsinlodging.org.
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